Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Genus:
Species:
decipiens
ID:
1297869

Status:
valid

Authors:
Yunck.

Source:
tro

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Illinois Biol. Monogr. 6: 145 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001297207



Common Names

  • Cuscuta decipiens
  • Deceptive Dodder
  • Deceptive Cuscuta


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Description

Cuscuta decipiens (also called deceptive dodder, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the morning glory family, Convolvulaceae. It is native to the Americas, and is found in dry, rocky, and disturbed habitats. It is an annual herb with a twining stem, and has small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cuscuta decipiens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cuscuta decipiens has small white flowers and seeds that are small and round. The seedlings are thin and long with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cuscuta decipiens can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Cuscuta decipiens

Cuscuta decipiens can be found in the western United States and Canada.

Cuscuta decipiens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cuscuta decipiens?

Cuscuta decipiens

What is the common name of Cuscuta decipiens?

Deceptive dodder

What is the natural habitat of Cuscuta decipiens?

It is found in moist, disturbed areas in North America

Species in the Cuscuta genus

Cuscuta rausii, Cuscuta castroviejoi, Cuscuta atrans, Cuscuta gennesaretana, Cuscuta maroccana, Cuscuta mitraeformis, Cuscuta rostricarpa, Cuscuta santapaui, Cuscuta sharmanum, Cuscuta alataloba, Cuscuta colombiana, Cuscuta longiloba, Cuscuta rustica, Cuscuta yunckeriana, Cuscuta bonafortunae, Cuscuta carnosa, Cuscuta chittagongensis, Cuscuta ruschanica, Cuscuta violacea, Cuscuta australis, Cuscuta liliputana, Cuscuta punana, Cuscuta vandevenderi, Cuscuta cotijana, Cuscuta mesatlantica, Cuscuta draconella, Cuscuta pacifica, Cuscuta legitima, Cuscuta karatavica, Cuscuta camelorum, Cuscuta burrellii, Cuscuta flossdorfii, Cuscuta azteca, Cuscuta insquamata, Cuscuta rojasii, Cuscuta blepharolepis, Cuscuta alata, Cuscuta tuberculata, Cuscuta gracillima, Cuscuta macrocephala, Cuscuta desmouliniana, Cuscuta polyanthemos, Cuscuta veatchii, Cuscuta palustris, Cuscuta capitata, Cuscuta abyssinica, Cuscuta pulchella, Cuscuta palaestina, Cuscuta victoriana, Cuscuta schlechteri,

Species in the Convolvulaceae family

Aniseia harmandii, Aniseia martinicensis, Aniseia argentina, Aniseia luxurians, Argyreia adpressa, Argyreia apoensis, Argyreia arakuensis, Argyreia atropurpurea, Argyreia barbata, Argyreia barbigera, Argyreia barnesii, Argyreia bifrons, Argyreia boholensis, Argyreia boseana, Argyreia bracteosa, Argyreia breviscapa, Argyreia caudata, Argyreia celebica, Argyreia cinerea, Argyreia coacta, Argyreia confusa, Argyreia congesta, Argyreia coonoorensis, Argyreia corneri, Argyreia crispa, Argyreia cucullata, Argyreia cymosa, Argyreia daltonii, Argyreia discolor, Argyreia elliptica, Argyreia erinacea, Argyreia fulgens, Argyreia glabra, Argyreia hancorniifolia, Argyreia hirsutissima, Argyreia hookeri, Argyreia involucrata, Argyreia kerrii, Argyreia kleiniana, Argyreia kunstleri, Argyreia kurzii, Argyreia lamii, Argyreia lanceolata, Argyreia laotica, Argyreia lawii, Argyreia leschenaultii, Argyreia linggaensis, Argyreia longifolia, Argyreia luzonensis, Argyreia maingayi,

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